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Lemon Grass

Benjamin Moore · 339

The Analysis

Lemon Grass acts as a high-visibility light enhancer, making small or dim rooms feel significantly more open and airy. With an LRV of 82.55, it reflects a vast amount of light, effectively turning a dark space into a bright, sun-drenched environment.

This is a strong, saturated yellow that works best as an intentional main wall colour or a statement backdrop in smaller rooms. It is a bold choice that isn't meant to disappear into the background; it will dominate the visual landscape of the space.

LRV 83

History & Origin

Lemon Grass leans toward a modern, fresh aesthetic rather than a traditional period look. Its high-chroma profile is more aligned with contemporary, punchy interior design trends than the muted, dusty palettes of historical eras.

Undertonewarm-green
FamilyYellow

How to Use It

Use this in kitchens or mudrooms where you need a boost of daily energy. It pairs excellently with light oak wood tones for a soft contrast or matte black hardware to ground the brightness and add a modern edge.

The Mood

Living with this colour feels consistently energizing and optimistic, functioning much like a shot of caffeine for a room. It is a highly active shade that creates a clean, alert atmosphere, making it ideal for spaces where you want to feel productive.

Colour harmonies

Complementary

Opposite on the colour wheel — bold, high-contrast pairings. Use for a feature wall or furniture you want to command attention.

Analogous

Neighbouring hues — cohesive and calm, great for layered schemes that feel collected rather than matched.

Split complementary

Near-opposites for strong contrast with a little less tension than a pure complement. A favourite of interior designers.

Triadic

Three evenly spaced hues — balanced, vibrant, and versatile. Keep one dominant and use the others sparingly.

Tetradic (square)

Four hues in a square on the wheel — rich, dynamic palettes. Best when one colour leads and the others accent.

Monochromatic

Dark, mid, and light steps on the same hue — a failsafe gradient for trim, walls, and accents without shifting colour family.

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Lighting

See how this colour shifts across natural and artificial light conditions.

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